In the spirit of Thanksgiving it is only appropriate to recognize Wake Forest has much to be thankful for, especially when it comes to success on the recruiting trail.

Jim Grobe and his coaching staff laid the foundation for their 2013 recruiting in June and July, and also enjoyed fall flurry. The Demon Deacons have 14 commitments, but would like to be in the neighborhood of 20 on National Signing Day (Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013).

List of 2013 Football Commitments

--- Taylor Chambers, Irmo (SC), Offensive Tackle, 6-foot-8 and 305 pounds. Rivals.com rates him as a three-star recruit and as the No. 17 overall prospect in South Carolina.

Galloway and Himebauch's success Wide Receivers coach and co-passing game coordinator Lonnie Galloway and offensive line coach Jonathan Himebauch have been indispensable components to Wake's recruiting success. The duo has played a significant role in the recruitment of at least half of Wake Forest's commitments.

Biggest coupe

Wake was challenged to the very end in its chase for Tetlow, but his relationship with Himebauch proved to be a key difference maker in his decision.

Tetlow chose the Deacs over scholarship offers from Arizona State, Boston College, East Carolina, Maryland, Navy, Old Dominion, Pittsburgh, Purdue, South Florida and Temple. Florida State, Vanderbilt, Virginia Tech and West Virginia also showed significant interest in the Commonwealth prospect.

Change for the better?

While the Demon Deacons would love to have Kyle Shortridge (committed to Purdue) back in their fold Looney was a welcomed addition to the Wake Forest defensive front.

Looney has the size and ability to play defensive end and defensive tackle, giving Wake much-needed depth and versatility on the defensive line.

What to look for

Barring commitments from nationally acclaimed prospects Wake Forest is likely done recruiting at the quarterback, offensive line and tight end positions.

The Deacs are still in search for a running back, a wide receiver or two, a defensive lineman, a linebacker, and a couple of defensive backs.

Running Back

Wake has its sights set on Lexington's (NC) Marquez Grayson. The 6-foot-1 and 200-pounder lists NC State, Tennessee, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest as his top choices.

Alex Montgomery, who was once committed to Wake Forest, is still considering the Deacs after reopening his recruitment. Dionte Taylor[/db], who officially visited Wake Saturday, Nov. 3, and James Clark are also receiving significant attention from the Demon Deacons.

Defensive Line

Jaylen Miller has the attention of Wake's coaching staff and nearly every other major program in the Southeast. The 6-foot-2 ½ and 255-pound defensive end from Gaffney, SC does not have a favorite.

He has yet to set a decision date. However, one thing is for certain if Wake Forest is to stay in the mix it will have a fight to the finish. The Deacs are competing with scholarship offers from Alabama State, Duke, Florida, Georgia Tech, LSU, Marshall, Maryland, NC State, and North Carolina, while other schools are also showing interest in Miller.

Linebacker

Jeremiah Benjamin is a hot commodity. The 6-foot-2 and 225-pound Sunshine State product has the versatility to play inside linebacker, outside linebacker and safety.

Benjamin has Wake in his top five along with Florida International, Marshall, Texas A&M and West Virginia. He said FIU and Marshall stand out.

Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) St. Thomas Aquinas Lance Virgile told PirateIllustrated.com he is working to plan a trip to Winston-Salem.